Thomas Varkey
Canterbury,Christchurch
Summary
Reliable Heavy Bus Driver known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in safe driving practices, route planning, and passenger communication, ensuring smooth operations on every trip. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability to new routes or schedules, making for effective and courteous service delivery.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
Self Employed Services
Kolenchery, Kerala, India
01.2019 - 03.2024
- Ensured safety of students by following all traffic laws and regulations.
- Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student transportation issues.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by taking appropriate actions.
- Managed time efficiently so that routes are completed within allotted timespan.
Heavy Bus Driver
Al Mariah United Group
AbuDhabi, UAE
07.2014 - 04.2018
- Prepared buses for trips by checking fuel levels, gauges, and other indicators.
- Assisted disabled passengers in boarding the bus, securing wheelchairs and providing assistance as needed.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure operational safety.
- Managed emergency situations such as medical emergencies or vehicle breakdowns calmly and efficiently.
- Adhered to strict time requirements for bus route scheduling and reported delays to dispatch.
Sales Cum Truck Driver
AQS Pepsi
Saudi Arabia
05.2012 - 03.2014
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
Customer Service Representative
EPPCO
Dubai, UAE
09.2006 - 03.2010
- Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
- Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Gathered customer feedback through surveys and used the data to improve customer service.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Education
ITC - Mechanical Motor Vehicle
Lissieu Nagar ITC
Puthencruze06-1996
High School Diploma -
St. Peters Higher Secondary
Kolenchery03.1992
Skills
- Safe Driving Practices
- Health and safety
- Strong Work Ethic
- Vehicle inspections
- Technology-driven navigation
- Dependable and reliable
- Safety-focused
- Vehicle systems
- Critical Thinking
- Preventive Maintenance
- Effective communication skills
- Punctuality
- Defensive Driving
- Pre-Trip Inspections
- Clean Driving Record
- Special Needs Assistance
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Self Employed Services
01.2019 - 03.2024
Heavy Bus Driver
Al Mariah United Group
07.2014 - 04.2018
Sales Cum Truck Driver
AQS Pepsi
05.2012 - 03.2014
Customer Service Representative
EPPCO
09.2006 - 03.2010
ITC - Mechanical Motor Vehicle
Lissieu Nagar ITC
High School Diploma -
St. Peters Higher Secondary
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